Reports said that the next-generation 2016 Nissan Leaf is being developed extensively and will be ready later in 2016. The automaker claims that the vehicle will have double range than the current as well as new conventional look. We can see that Nissan is working hard to make the Leaf a market leader.

People are expecting that the 2016 Nissan Frontier will be introduced soon after some teaser photos and videos released by the company. However, the company decided to release the 2015 Nissan Navara pickup truck, which is not expected at all. Basically, the Navara and Frontier is the same vehicle differentiated by their target market. The Navara is meant to be offered in European market while the Frontier is meant to U.S. market. There should be same bodywork and design styling with slight difference in engine options and features.

Audi has confirmed that the 2017 Audi Q8 flagship SUV will go into production stage and will be due in 2017. The upcoming SUV will be the largest with aggressive and massive design than the current Q7. The Q8 will use the same platform underpinning the Q7, the MLB platform, which resulting in some of Q7’s features to be applied in the Q8.

Although it has not been confirmed, the 2016 Honda Pilot SUV is a strong candidate for future release. That being said, the upcoming SUV will feature larger body. As we all know, the Honda Pilot shares the same platform underpinning its cousin, the Acura MDX. Therefore, we expect that there will a lot of same features applied in the updated Pilot.

The 2016 Honda CR-V has been spied while undergoing tests in Europe. Wearing heavy camouflage, the test mule showed that Honda will apply some minor changes to the current CR-V. Changes are done in several areas including the grille, headlights and bumper, updates will be available for its cabin too. As one of the best-selling car in Honda’s crossover lineup, the CR-V has been there for too long without any changes, this minor updates should help attract new buyers.

Rumors has been circulating that the 2016 Honda Accord is currently under development and is being prepared for 2016 model year. We expect that this update is a mid-cycle refresh, including slight exterior modifications, interior upgrades and more power. The updated Accord will possibly get Hybrid plug-in that can be easily switched to turbo engine to get more power.

Lotus has confirmed that the 2016 Lotus Evora will receive major updates and will be ready to launch in 2015 as 2016 model year. The flagship car has been in hiatus for the 2015 model year due to the company’s smart-airbag exemption for the car expiring. Expect the updated car to bring even more exciting features, new design styling and more power.

One of Kia’s best-selling car will get important updates, the 2016 Kia Optima Sedan is being prepared to receive some cosmetic changes and more powerful engine updates. Recent reports show Optima test mule was undergoing some tests while covered under heavy camouflage.

Recently, spy photographer caught the 2016 Alfa Romeo 4C Quadrifoglio Verde (QV) undergoing testing. This car is claimed to be the sportier version of the current 4C, even Alfa Romeo promises to bring something new in the upcoming updates. One thing for sure, Italian automaker will make it faster and more powerful updates.

Rumors has been circulating that the 2016 Lexus IS C Convertible is possible to join the lineup. We all know that the IS model is considered as a very popular best-seller sports sedan, the upcoming convertible should give the Lexus a very well foot-hold in the sports sedan market. Even though it’s just a plan, we’d like to see the IS C as a real car on the road.